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WorksheetsFirefighter I: Exam II
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A freestanding wall the extends above the roofline is a _____ wall.
Parapet
Pony
Curtain
Sleeper
According to recent UL and NIST fire research, which is a likely outcome of improperly performed ventilation at a ventilation-controlled fire?
Reduce visibility
Vent-point ignition
Rapid fire growth
Stratification of smoke
Application of water streams into a structure from the outside will have which effect?
Pushing the fire into uninvolved parts of the structure
Redirecting the flow path
Reduced temperatures in may parts of the structure
Lowering of the smoke layer
What does a neutral plane at a vent opening indicate?
Fuel-limited stage fire
Equal pressure inside and outside the structure
Pre-flashover conditions
Stack effect
What does fast-moving smoke indicate?
Very hot fire
Incomplete combustion
High synthetic fuel content
Poorly ventilated ventilation- controlled fire
What is the term for an open space within a wall where wires and pipes run?
Bay
Chase
Channel
Soffit
A dry hydrant provides access to a:
Static water source
cistern or well
Municipal water system
Portable water tank
An object in motion possesses which kind of energy as a result of that motion?
Inertial
Entropic
Potential
Kinetic
Friction loss is ____ proportional to the length of a hose
Directly
Variably
Inversely
Indirectly
In areas of the western US where aircraft are used to fight wild lands fires, which term is used to automotive water supply apparatus?
Water truck
Tanker
Tender
Tank truck
When water is motionless, which king of energy does it have?
Residual
Absolute
Potential
Kinetic
Which type of pressure is created by the difference in height between a water source and the point of discharge?
Elevation
Static
Flow
Gravity
During annual testing, supply hose is tested at:
200 psi (1379 kPa)
300 psi (2068 kPa)
400 psi (2757 kPa)
500 psi (3447 kPa)
In general, what volume does a 2 1/2 (65-mm) handline flow?
175 gem (662 lpm)
200 gem (757 lpm)
250 gem (946 lpm)
300 gem (1135 lpm)
Which coupling goes on the inside of a straight hose roll?
Female
Male
Either
Both couplings are attached
What is an advantage of a smooth-bore nozzle?
Greater heat absorption per gallon discharged
Operation at a higher nozzle pressure
Greater disruption of thermal layering
Longer stream reach
Which is an advantage of an automatic- adjusting fog nozzle
The nozzle reaction remains constant despite variations in pump pressure
The rate of flow adjusts to maintain the rated nozzle pressure
The flow from the nozzle remains constant despite variation in pressure
The flow rate remains constant regardless of the discharge pattern
Which threadless coupling is commonly used on large diameter hose?
Ramos
Snap-tite
Storz
Naval
A hose line is advanced to a building to attack a fire in a(n) _______ attack
Blitz
Transitional
Offensive
Defensive
A short fold in a supply hose load that prevents a coupling from flipping around when the hose is being laid out is a:
Bowtie
Dutchman
Reverse
Tuck
When there is extra hose at the entry of a building, how should that hose be arranged?
Large, loose coils
A serpentine pattern
A straight line
Similar to an accordion fold
Which hose line is stored on an engine connected to a discharge and equipped with a nozzle for immediate deployment?
Skid load
Ready load
Bundle
Preconnect
Which is one of the three types of attack line hose evolutions?
Rapid Attack
Transitional
Master stream
Containment
Which statement about operating an attack line from a ground ladder is correct?
This is a risky operation that should be avoided whenever possible
The ladder should be tied off to the building
Two parallel ladder are required
The hose must be secured to the ladder
An elevated master stream device mounted at the tip of an aerial ladder is a:
Ladder pipe
Turret
Snorkel
Rung gun
Defensive firefighting operations are conducted from which location?
Interior
Roof
Exterior
Threatened exposure
How should firefighters approach a vehicle fire?
90-degree angle from the side
45-degree angle from the side
Directly from the front
Directly from the rear
In modern residential construction, fresh air enters the attic space through which vent?
Ridge/Peak
Soffit
Gable
Roof
Operations are conducted from inside the fire building in which type of attack?
Rescue
Offensive
Defensive
Tactical
Under which circumstances it it considered safe for a one fire fighter to safely handle a large handling?
When using a 50 psi (350 kPA) nozzle
When using a landline for exposure protection
There are no circumstances under which is considered a safe practice
When the handling is stationary and well anchored
A personnel accountability report is commonly performed in which situation?
As each resource check in to the command post
Upon entry of a company into the hazardous area
Upon occurrence of an unplanned event
Upon activation of a low-air alarm
Complete the sentence: "We will not risk our lives:
for a persons or property that cannot be saved."
because to do so we become part of the problem."
for others who are already at risk."
because we will use our heads instead."
If a firefighter becomes disoriented, how can the hose line be used to assist in egress?
Move in the direction of the shank without lugs
Place one hand on the swivel and on the shank; move in the direction of the swivel
Place both hand on the coupling; travel in the direction of the hand holding the male coupling
The male coupling is on the end of the hose nearest the apparatus
What is the most basic method of regaining orientation in a zero-visibility environment?
Find and follow a hose line
Listen for the sound of the apparatus motor
Probe the walls for a window or door
Activate the PASS
Which action is correct for a fire in a building that is known to be abandoned and unoccupied?
Operate as you would for any building with similar fire conditions
Take a hose line inside, perform a primary survey, and extinguish the fire if conditions permit
Stay outside and fight the fire from the exterior
Enter the building, perform a primary search, and then get out
Which statement about hazard recognition is correct?
Hazards tend to be the same regardless of the nature of the incident.
The most obvious hazards tend to pose the least danger.
Hazards decrease as the duration of the incident increases.
Not all hazardous conditions are evident through observation.
A fire cannot be considered fully extinguished until _______ is complete.
loss control
overhaul
secondary search
The suppression operation
A long section of protective material used to protect flooring or carpet is a:
Floor roll
Salvage mat
Carpet cover
Floor runner
What is a common location for a post indicator valve?
On an exterior wall
Next to the water meter
On the main system riser
In a utility or mechanical room
What is the most reliable method for determining whether there is hidden fire?
Direct inspection
Thermal imaging
Odor/Sight of smoke
Atmospheric monitoring
Where do salvage operations usually begin?
On the floor below the fire floor
In high-value areas
In the least damaged area
As close to the seat of the fire as possible
Which is a sign that a structure is susceptible to collapse?
Discolored drywall at floor level
Doors stuck in shifted frames
Delaminated plywood
Inverted fire patterns
A PPE ensemble weighs at least:
22 lb (ll kg)
40 lb (18 kg)
60 lb (27 kg)
75 lb (34 kg)
A fire fighter can lose up to _____ in an hour of strenuous exertion.
0.5 quart (0.5 liter)
1 quart (1 liter)
1.5 quarts (1.5 liters)
2 quarts (2 liters)
As fatigue increases, the risk of injury:
Descreases
Stays the same
Increases
Becomes unavoidable
How are rehabilitation concerns affected by cold weather?
Rehab should include access to dry clothing
PPE reduces the likelihood of hypothermia
Drinking hot liquids should be prohibited
Recommended fluid intake is reduced
Nutrition during extended-duration incidents should emphasize:
carbohydrate loading.
fluid and electrolyte replacement.
complete, balanced meals.
high-protein, high-fat foods.
When should a full rehabilitation center be established?
It varies with conditions and the nature of the incident
At all incidents requiring the use of PPE
For any incident occurring in extreme weather
At all incidents
A fire fighter should reconsider accepting an assignment if it involves _____ or more of the eighteen watch out situations.
One
Two
Three
Five
Aerial fuels are at least _____ above the ground.
4 ft (1.2 m)
6 ft (2 m)
8 ft (2.5 m)
10 ft (3 m)
The unburned part of a wildland fire area is the:
Island
Clear
Perimeter
Green
Typical backpack fire extinguishers contain __________ of water.
2 gal (7.5 L)
3 gal (11 L)
4 gal (15 L)
5 gal (19 L)
What does the "E" in LCES stand for?
Establish lookouts
Expect surprises
Establish accountability
Escape routes
What is the term for the natural and human-made features of land?
Cartography
Geography
Topography
Geology
As an incident progresses, what is an additional factor to be evaluated in the ongoing size-up?
Establishment of an overall goal for the incident
Actions that can be safely accomplished
Additional resources needed
The effectiveness of the initial plan
In which decade did efforts begin to establish a standardized incident command system?
1940s
1950s
1970s
1990s
The goal of the __________ concept is to encourage communication and input from all crew members to assess the situation and to develop the safest and most effective method to complete the assignment.
functional supervision
horizontal command
group decision-making
crew resource management
What does the "S" stand for in "RECEO-VS"?
Span of control
Salvage
Size-up
Search
What is the ICS term for companies or crews working on the same task or function?
Division
Group
Unit
Branch
Which is a commonly used mnemonic for reporting a mayday?
TROUBL
UNIT-A
AREA
LUNAR
A burning liquid that is pouring over the edge of a container is known as a ________ fire.
flowing
continuous
three-dimensional
cascading
A straight stream is briefly discharged through a window from the building exterior. This is typical of which type of attack?
Combination
Transitional
Defensive
Blitz
At a structure fire, a continuous water supply is unavailable. Which type of operation is appropriate?
Direct
Transitional
Defensive
Offensive
In the SLICE-RS acronym, which is an action of opportunity?
Rescue
Cool the space from the safest location
Size-up
Locate the fire
What is the term for the movement of heat and smoke from an area of higher pressure to lower pressure?
Convective track
Structure pressure gradient
Exhaust flow
Flow path
Which action should be taken if rapidly deteriorating smoke, fire, or heat conditions become evident during interior operations?
Cool the overhead with a straight/solid stream
Expedite vertical ventilation operations
Switch to transitional attack
Withdraw from the structure
A windshield is made of __________ glass.
laminated
dichroic
tempered
composite
For extrication purposes, which is one of the three main components of a vehicle?
Electrical system
Body
Drivetrain
Passenger compartment
Vehicle air bags may remain energized for as long as _____ minutes after the vehicle battery has been disconnected.
0
5
10
It varies with the manufacturer
What divides the engine compartment of a car from the passenger compartment?
"A" wall
Dashboard
Bulkhead
Partition
What is the designation for the posts located between the front and rear doors on a four-door vehicle?
The 2-posts
The B-post
The mid-post
The short posts
When operating at an MVA, when is it permissible not to wear a high-visibility vest?
When working inside the passenger compartment
While fighting fire
While operating extrication tools
It is never permissible not to wear the vest at an MVA.
A Class _____ harness is a full-body harness for use by rescuers.
I
II
III
IV
How does exposure to natural gas affect the body?
There is no effect; natural gas is inert and nontoxic
Natural gas causes swelling of the airways
Natural gas interferes with cellular metabolism
Natural gas acts as an asphyxiant
In which step of the technical rescue incident process are victims freed from entrapment?
Extrication
Recovery
Release
Disentanglement
What is used to stabilize the sides of an excavation?
Bracing
Sheeting
Shoring
Cribbing
When should emergency medical care be started for trapped victims in a technical rescue incident?
As soon as they are safely accessible
After they are packaged
Upon exiting the hazard zone
Upon arrival at the medical group
Which is a correct statement about tool staging at a TRI?
The tool staging area should be co-located with the vehicle staging area.
Needed tools may be identified during the size-up process.
The staged tool inventory should be identical to that used during a fire.
Each group or division should have its own tool staging area.
A fire department pumper can supplement a sprinkler system water supply through the:
Class I standpipe
APV
OS&Y
FDC
All of the following are standard sprinkler head mounting positions except one. Choose the exception.
Branch
Pendent
Upright
Sidewall
In most cases, how many sprinkler heads will open before a fire is controlled?
1-2
2-4
3-5
5-8
The combination of working smoke alarms and a residential sprinkler system reduces the chance of a death from a home fire by _____ percent.
56
66
75
82
Which class of standpipe is intended for fire department use only?
I
II
III
IV
Which device activates the building fire alarm when water is flowing in a sprinkler system?
Check valve
Water flow alarm device
Activator switch
Alarm valve
A comprehensive, all-hazard unifying approach that includes programs, actions, and services used by a community, which prevent or mitigate the loss of life, property, and resources associated with life safety, fire, and other disasters within a community is:
Community risk reduction
Comprehensive risk management
All-hazard response planning
Community emergency response
Horizontal evacuation is used primarily in which type of occupancy?
Assembly
High rise
Healthcare
Multifamily residential
If solid fuels are regularly burned, it is recommended that the chimney or flue pipe be professionally inspected every _____ months.
3
6
12
24
Many new smoke alarms contain an extended-life _____-year battery.
4
6
8
10
Many new smoke alarms contain an extended-life _____-year battery.
Voluntary safety inspection
Home fire safety survey
Home inspection program
Residential hazard survey
__________ includes a range of activities intended to prevent the outbreak of fires or to limit fire consequences.
Loss control
Fire prevention
Code enforcement
Public education
